Dead Space
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Evening Reading - July 3, 2026This edition of Shacknews' Evening Reading covers various gaming news and features, including updates on LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Dead Space, and upcoming download deals for PC and Nintendo platforms. The article also highlights Shackmaps, a collection of interactive video game maps, and features a segment on video game music with a focus on Bloodborne.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Dead Space and Mass Effect trilogy are less than £5 right now in huge saleSeveral Electronic Arts titles are heavily discounted on Steam, with the Dead Space remake available for £4.99 and Mass Effect Legendary Edition for £3.99. Other notable deals include Star Wars: Squadrons, Titanfall 2, Battlefield 1, and Sonic Mania, all priced under £5.
I wish more video game publishers were like Capcom - Reader's FeatureThis reader's feature argues that Capcom is currently a model publisher due to its focus on high-quality games, experimentation with new intellectual property, and avoidance of layoffs. The author contrasts Capcom's approach with companies like EA and Activision, highlighting the success of Capcom's Resident Evil remakes and their willingness to take risks on new titles.
ILL Is My Most Anticipated Game from the June 2026 State of Play — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesThe survival horror game ILL, built in Unreal Engine 5, is set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features intense body dismemberment and scarce ammo, reminiscent of The Thing. ILL is part of a resurgence in the survival horror genre, with other notable titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill also seeing new releases or remakes.
Interview: Holostars Vtuber Goldbullet Discusses His Hollow-Heart Horror SeriesHOLOSTARS VTuber Goldbullet discusses his new animated horror series, Hollow-Heart, inspired by survival horror games like Resident Evil and Danganronpa. The episodic series, set in an alternate universe, will feature HOLOSTARS EN members and is planned for a Halloween 2026 release. Goldbullet also shares insights into his creative process and aspirations for future animation projects.- Skräcken som vägrar svalnaThis opinion piece questions the enduring popularity of horror games, with the author expressing personal bewilderment at why players willingly subject themselves to fear and stress in virtual worlds. Despite enjoying horror films, the interactive nature of games makes the author prefer to be a witness rather than a participant in terrifying scenarios.
Nintendo eShop Continues Its War Against Quality With This Dead Space And Gears Of War KnockoffThe Nintendo eShop is criticized for being oversaturated with low-quality games and clones, exemplified by the upcoming 'Dead Gears: Space of War.' Despite Nintendo's efforts to curb shovelware, the marketplace remains flooded with asset flips and misleading promotions, a problem also present on other platforms like PlayStation and Steam, though Sony has recently taken steps to address it.- Nintendo eShop Continues Its War Against Quality With This Dead Space And Gears Of War KnockoffThe Nintendo eShop is criticized for being oversaturated with low-quality games and clones, exemplified by the upcoming release 'Dead Gears: Space of War.' Despite Nintendo's efforts to curb shovelware, the marketplace remains infested with asset flips and misleading promotions, impacting the visibility of legitimate titles. This issue is not unique to the Switch, though other platforms like PlayStation and Steam have shown more initiative in policing their digital storefronts.
Directive 8020 Review – Lost in TrustDirective 8020 marks a significant departure for The Dark Pictures Anthology, introducing real-time controls and a sci-fi survival horror theme inspired by games like Dead Space and The Last of Us. While the new mechanics and focus on trust and paranoia create an immersive atmosphere, the stealth sections are formulaic and the mimic concept is underutilized. The game is most accessible and forward-looking in the series, though it trades some of its distinctiveness for a more modern approach.
The 'numbers just aren't there,' Dead Space producer says, and that's why we'll probably never…Dead Space producer Chuck Beaver stated that a fourth game is unlikely because the sales figures do not meet Electronic Arts' current high targets for the franchise. He noted that while horror games once needed to sell five million units, the threshold is now around 15 million. The article also mentions the underperformance of the 2023 Dead Space remake and The Callisto Protocol as contributing factors to the perceived lack of market viability for similar titles.
Hoping for a Dead Space 4? Series writer and producer Chuck Beaver says the "numbers just aren't there" to make it happenSeries writer and producer Chuck Beaver stated that a Dead Space 4 is unlikely to be made because the necessary sales figures are not achievable. He cited the sales of the 2023 Dead Space remake and the reported cancellation of a Dead Space 2 remake due to "lacklustre sales" as reasons. Beaver also noted that horror games generally have a sales ceiling, requiring around 15 million units sold to justify a new entry in the current market.
Dead Space 4 looks unlikely as "companies are looking for the next Fortnite," series producer saysDead Space series producer Chuck Beaver suggests that a Dead Space 4 is unlikely because companies are now prioritizing live-service games like Fortnite over single-player experiences. Despite the critical success of the original games and the 2023 remake, poor sales figures and the high cost of development mean that Electronic Arts is unlikely to greenlight another installment. Beaver noted that while horror games have dedicated fanbases, their sales potential often has a ceiling, making them less attractive investments compared to perennial money-makers.
'The Numbers Just Aren't There': Don't Count on a Dead Space 4, Says Former Series ProducerFormer Dead Space producer Chuck Beaver has stated that a Dead Space 4 is unlikely due to insufficient sales numbers, despite a dedicated fanbase. He explained that while the Dead Space remake was critically successful, EA's sales expectations for horror games have significantly increased, requiring titles to sell millions more units than in the past to justify further investment.- Dead Space Producer Doubts Dead Space 4 Will Ever Be Made: 'The Numbers Just Aren't There'Former Dead Space writer and producer Chuck Beaver believes a fourth installment in the sci-fi horror series is unlikely due to insufficient sales figures, despite a dedicated fanbase. He suggests that the numbers simply do not support the development of Dead Space 4.
Former Dead Space Producer Says The “Numbers Just Aren’t There” For a New Game in the SeriesFormer Dead Space producer Chuck Beaver stated that Electronic Arts is unlikely to greenlight a new entry in the series due to insufficient sales numbers, despite the success of the recent remake. Beaver indicated that EA now expects around 7 million units sold for a single-player game to be viable, a benchmark that the Dead Space franchise has not consistently met. While some developers at EA might hope for the IP to be sold, the company currently has no plans for the franchise.
Random: That's Not 'Gears Of War' Or 'Dead Space', Just Another Terrible eShop CloneThe Nintendo eShop continues to host blatant rip-off games, with 'Dead Gears - Space of War' being the latest example. This title directly imitates elements from 'Gears of War' and 'Dead Space', highlighting an ongoing issue with low-quality clones on the digital storefront. Publisher Consann Real Estate has a history of releasing similar derivative titles.
Mixtape Review | TheXboxHubMixtape, from Beethoven & Dinosaur, is a narrative adventure game that uses music to soundtrack pivotal moments in the lives of its three main characters. The game excels at exaggerating everyday events into fantastical experiences, creating a joyous and emotionally resonant journey. Despite minor flaws in dialogue and a narrow musical selection, Mixtape is a must-play title available on Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC.
The 15 best sci-fi survival horror video games you can play right nowThis article lists and describes 15 of the best sci-fi survival horror video games available now on PC and consoles. The list includes titles like Alien: Isolation, System Shock 1 & 2, Dead Space, and Resident Evil 2, highlighting their unique atmospheres and gameplay mechanics.
25+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Weekend Offer Sale (Europe)The European PlayStation Store is hosting a Weekend Offer sale featuring numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games at reduced prices until May 4th, 2026. The sale includes highly-rated titles such as A Plague Tale: Innocence, Dead Space, and Burnout Paradise Remastered, among many others.